Lumpkin County Library Centennial!

Help Lumpkin County Library celebrate its 100th Birthday. Look for a golden ticket hidden in a library book and win a prize! Help us decorate our giant birthday cake! Watch for details about the huge community celebration being held on Saturday, November 4th!

Attention Overdrive Users!

We have some exciting news for you!! The Overdrive app has been updated to a smarter, easier, more user-friendly app called Libby and you can download it now! Available for Apple, Android and Microsoft devices. Ask a librarian if you need help getting your Libby app set up and ready to use!

Adult Programs

The quarterly meeting of the Dawson County Library Board of Trustees will be held Monday, October 16, 2017 at 5:00 PM at the Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA. Click here to read the agenda.

The quarterly meeting of the Lumpkin County Library Board of Trustees will be held Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 4:30 PM at the Lumpkin County Library, 342 Courthouse Hill, Dahlonega, GA. Click here to read the agenda.

The quarterly meeting of the Chestatee Regional Library System Board of Trustees is scheduled for Monday, October 23, 2017 at 5:00 PM at the Dawson County Library, 342 Allen Street, Dawsonville, GA.. Click here to read the agenda.

All meetings are open to the public. Members of the audience may be allowed to speak at the end of the regular business session, if recognized by the Chairman. Visitors may not participate in board discussion of items on the agenda.

Old favorites, new, favorites, and the wonderful scent of history.
The Friends of Lumpkin County Library have curated a special collection of rare books for you to peruse. Please view titles currently available for purchase by clicking on the link below:Rare Books For Sale
All proceeds will benefit Lumpkin County Library.

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If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress, consider tai chi (TIE-CHEE). Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that’s now used for stress reduction and a[...]

This week at the library, In celebration of the 1960’s, we will be showing movies that came out during that decade. (Note that movies may not be suitable for children). Monday’s movie will be “The[...]

Come join us the 1st Tuesday of every month for a great program! Susan Brown Warren, a certified Health & Nutrition coach, will facilitate a free Nutrition Discussion Group. All discussion groups will include handouts[...]

This week at the library, in celebration of the 1960’s, we will be showing movies that came out during that decade. (Note: Movies may not be suitable for children). Tuesday’s featured film will be “To[...]

Join us one Tuesday every month for a children and teen board game extravaganza! Games will be available for all skill levels and recommended ages are five and up. Enjoy a fun, free afternoon at your library!

The program lasts approximately 45 minutes and may include songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to the stories. Building Blocks Storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5. No pre-registration is required, but groups[...]

The program lasts approximately 45 minutes and may include songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to the stories. Building Blocks Storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5. No pre-registration is required, but groups[...]

The program lasts approximately 45 minutes and may include songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to the stories. Building Blocks Storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5. No pre-registration is required, but groups[...]

This week at the library, in celebration of the 1960’s, we will be showing movies that came out during that decade. (Note: Movies may not be suitable for children). Wednesday’s feature will be “Alfred Hitchcock’s,[...]

If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress, consider tai chi (TIE-CHEE). Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that’s now used for stress reduction and a[...]

Join us for two rooms of LEGO building fun! We provide the LEGO’s and you provide the talent! Participants have 45 minutes to build something associated with the monthly theme. Grades K-5th and 6th-12th.

The program lasts approximately 45 minutes and may include songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to the stories. Building Blocks Storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5. No pre-registration is required, but groups[...]

The program lasts approximately 45 minutes and may include songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to the stories. Building Blocks Storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5. No pre-registration is required, but groups[...]

Ancestry Library Edition (the library version of ancestry.com) is an online collection containing thousands of genealogical databases and billions of records. This database is available on any of the library’s computers. Sign up for this[...]

Probably the one most significant contributing factor to improve your overall health and prevent sickness and disease is to heal your gut. Hippocrates said, “All disease begins in the gut.” Today, research is showing this[...]

Join us each month as we learn about a fascinating subject from a local professor and gain recommendations on the best books to read! This month, we’ll hear from Dr. J. Michael Rifenburg, Associate Professor[...]

The University of North Georgia will be facilitating a book discussion group about the book, Bless Me, Ultima. Several copies of the book are available for check out at the Lumpkin County Library or may[...]

Students from the University of North Georgia’s Masters of Clinical Mental Health Counseling will be hosting a storytime for children ages six months to eight years old, followed by an information session for parents. Ready,[...]

If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress, consider tai chi (TIE-CHEE). Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that’s now used for stress reduction and a[...]

The program lasts approximately 45 minutes and may include songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to the stories. Building Blocks Storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5. No pre-registration is required, but groups[...]

The program lasts approximately 45 minutes and may include songs, fingerplays, and crafts in addition to the stories. Building Blocks Storytime is designed for children ages 2 to 5. No pre-registration is required, but groups[...]

Dawson County Library’s brand new Genealogy Club will meet for the first time to discuss some tips from local professional genealogists, as well as an overview of the ONLINE GENEALOGY RESOURCES available with your library[...]

You are welcome to wear your PJ’s and bring your teddy bear to this special evening-edition of storytime. We’ll share a couple of stories and rhymes, and create a fun craft to take home. October’s[...]

Create a pumpkin masterpiece! You bring your imagination and the library provides everything else—including the pumpkins! For ages 3-15. Sign up at the circulation desk beginning Monday, September 25th or call 706-344-3690. This event is[...]

If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress, consider tai chi (TIE-CHEE). Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that’s now used for stress reduction and a[...]

This program is geared for early elementary students that may be just discovering STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math). We explore a different STEAM topic each month from astronomy to zoology. Hands-on activities! Ages: K-[...]

Come get crafty at Dawson County Library on the last Tuesday of each month. Our October craft will be Candlemaking! Bring your own jar…That’s all you need to make a beautiful & great smelling candle[...]

Did you know that many of the Georgia Archives’ records have been digitized and can be viewed online? Learn how to access these digitized collections from their “Virtual Vault” and start researching your Georgian ancestors[...]

Join ghost hunters from Paranormal Georgia Investigations for Paranormal 101! Program will include: What is a ghost? What is a haunting? What equipment is used in investigations? Ends with a Q & A session. This[...]

Get into the seasonal mood by decorating a pumpkin! Pumpkins and supplies are provided! In addition to our regular craft supplies, we will have rhinestones and other fun stuff for our teen crowd to use[...]

Free program in partnership with the Retired Educators of Lumpkin County! Sign up to decorate a pumpkin with paint, stickers, and a variety of craft supplies. Pumpkins and supplies provided! A special treat from the[...]

Free program in partnership with the Retired Educators of Lumpkin County. Sign up to decorate a pumpkin with paint, stickers, and a variety of craft supplies. Pumpkins and supplies provided! A special treat from the[...]

If you’re looking for a way to reduce stress, consider tai chi (TIE-CHEE). Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise that’s now used for stress reduction and a[...]

Join ghost hunters from Paranormal Georgia Investigations for Paranormal 101! Program will include: What is a ghost? What is a haunting? What equipment is used in investigations? Ends with a Q & A session. This[...]